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Green Card Applications

Adjustment of status (AOS) is the way an immigrant becomes a permanent resident to obtain a green card without having to leave the United States. This is also known as "Green Card applications." A green card application also includes a work permit (EAD) application...

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Citizenship Exam

Folks who wish to become citizens of the United States must take and pass a US citizenship exam, as part of the naturalization process. The test consists of ten (10) questions about U.S. history and government. The applicant is required to answer at least six (6) of...

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Traveling Overseas with Criminal Convictions

Traveling overseas with criminal convictions may cause you some problems. If you have a green card AND you have any criminal convictions and travel outside the United States, you may run into problems when trying to reenter the United States. This is true even if...

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Consular Processing

What is Consular Processing? The date that you file your petition is called your priority date. When your priority date is almost current, the National Visa Center (NVC) will notify you to pay your government filing fees and submit the required documents for your...

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LGBTQ Asylum

In the United States, individuals who face persecution based on their sexual orientation or gender identity can apply for asylum (what might be referred to as LGBTQ asylum). This means they can ask the US government for protection if they are unable to return to their...

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Immigration Fraud Waiver

An immigration fraud waiver is a form of relief that can be sought by individuals who have been found to have committed fraud or misrepresentation in their immigration application or during the immigration process. If an individual has a fraud or misrepresentation...

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I-601A Waivers

What is a Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver, otherwise known as a I-601A Waiver? Please continue reading to learn more… You entered the United States illegally but now you’re married a US citizen and ready to apply for a green card! Finally, you’ll be legal in the...

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